Save the Date for MABL's 2023 Scholarship Gala to be held on Saturday, November 18, 2023

Save the Date!

Save the Date for MABL's 2023 Scholarship Gala!

Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 6pm

Location: The Fillmore Minneapolis

Attire: Black Tie / Gown

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Save the Date for MABL's 2023 Scholarship Gala to be held on Saturday, November 18, 2023
Join MABL at a suite in the Target Center for a program on Sports and Entertainment Law while the Minnesota Timberwolves take on the New York Knicks at Target Center!

CLE & Timberwolves Game: Sports & Entertainment Law

Join MABL at a suite in the Target Center for a program on Sports and Entertainment Law while the Minnesota Timberwolves take on the New York Knicks at Target Center!

Join MABL at a suite in the Target Center for a program on Sports and Entertainment Law while the Minnesota Timberwolves take on the New York Knicks at Target Center!

MABL Law School Pipeline Bill

The MABL Law School Pipeline Bill is no longer a dream but a reality. The bill appropriates $700,000 over two years to MABL to stand up a program to assist Minnesota college students who aspire to be law students

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Join or Renew your MABL Membership in time for the 2023c Gala! Go to https://mabl.org/become-a-member

Join MABL or Renew Your Membership Now!

Be ready for the 2023 Scholarship Gala! Select a new 2-year membership at a discounted price!

https://mabl.org/become-a-member/
Join or Renew your MABL Membership in time for the 2023c Gala! Go to https://mabl.org/become-a-member

George Floyd Remembrance Statement

On May 25, 2020, the world lost George Floyd to racism, violence, and police misconduct. The brutality and inhumanity of Mr. Floyd’s murder were captured in undeniable technical color and broadcasted around the world, leading to a global outcry for accountability

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Black History Is US History

In the wake of the murder of Tyre Nichols, in the wake of the memory of George Floyd, in the wake of the anniversary of Amir Locke on the land that once held Dred Scott captive, we are reminded that Black history is a history of carrying the hope of freedom even in our darkest days; our history is one of struggle and beautiful resilience in the face hopeless violence and loss and unspeakable love and hope.

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Gear Up with MABL!

Support law students and MABL's mission by gearing up at MABL's Merch Store: https://mabl-merch.creator-spring.com

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Referral / Member Search

Are you in need of a referral? Our members practice in a variety of areas. Search our member database here!

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Judicial Endorsement Process

MABL proudly endorses qualified judicial candidates for appointment.
Qualified judicial candidates may formally apply for MABL endorsement using the process outlined by the Judicial Endorsement Committee. All endorsement requests must be completed by submitting a MABL Judicial Endorsement Application.

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Job Board

Find your next legal job with MABL. Employers can post job opportunities and MABL members can stay up to date on new employment opportunities!

Board of Directors

President:
Dana Mitchell

Immediate Past President:
Uzodima Frank Aba-Onu

Vice President:
Abou Amara, Jr.

Secretary:
Jules Porter

Treasurer:
Amanda Matchett

At-Large Directors:
Lee Atakpu
Rashanda Bruce
Kevin Lindsey
Toni Ojoyeyi
Ian Taylor, Jr.

 

 

Featured Members

Toni Ojoyei

Toni Ojoyeyi

Membership level: Attorney Private Sector

Organization: Spencer Fane

E-Mail:tojoyeyi@spencerfane.com

Board member Toni Ojoyeyi was recently selected as a Minnesota Super Lawyers, Rising Star Attorney for 2023. She was also featured in the 2023 issue of Super Lawyers. She currently practices employment law at Spencer Fane.

Rashanda Bruce

Rashanda Bruce

Membership level: Attorney Private Sector

Organization: Robins Kaplan LLP

E-Mail: rbruce@robinskaplan.com

Rashanda Bruce is an attorney in Robins Kaplan’s Mass Tort and Personal Injury Groups. She is an at-large MABL board member and MABL's Membership Committee chair. She was named a 2023 “Up & Coming Attorneys” by Minnesota Lawyer, Rising Star by Super Lawyers, Minnesota Monthly 2023 Top Lawyer, and included in the 2024 edition of the Best Lawyers "Ones to Watch" list.

Upcoming Events

Mon
20

CLE & Timberwolves Game: Sports and Entertainment Law

Nov 20, 2023 5:30PM—10:00PM

Target Center 600 First Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55403

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Sat
18

2023 MABL Scholarship Gala

Nov 18, 2023 6:00PM—10:30PM

The Fillmore Minneapolis 525 N 5th St Minneapolis, MN 55401

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Wed
28

MABL Annual 2023 Meeting

Jun 28, 2023 5:00PM—7:00PM

Nilan Johnson Lewis 250 S. Marquette Minneapolis, MN 55401

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Mission Statement

The mission of the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers is to:
Promote and support the professional development of Black lawyers, judges, and law students in Minnesota; Address the legal issues affecting the Black community in Minnesota; and advance education, excellence, and racial equity in the pursuit of justice.